Physical Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Overview

Bonus Opportunity: A sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 is available for qualified candidates. Eligibility criteria and payout details will be discussed during the interview.

Department Details

• Department: Physical Therapy Outpatient
• Schedule: Day/Evening shifts, 8 hours, Monday to Friday
• Facility: Orthopedic Center
• Location: Auburn, ME 04210

Position Highlights

• Outpatient setting within a hospital environment.
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system integrated with all healthcare providers in the region.
• Practice hours are weekdays from 7 AM to 5:30 PM.
• Focus on individualized patient care.
• One-on-one therapy sessions with no double bookings.
• Schedule driven by therapists.
• New graduates in Physical Therapy are encouraged to apply, with mentorship and training opportunities available.

Key Responsibilities

The role involves delivering medically prescribed physical therapy services aimed at evaluating, treating, and restoring function, while enhancing mobility, alleviating pain, and preventing disabilities. Patient-centered care must align with hospital policies, regulatory standards, and evidence-based practices.

• Conduct patient evaluations and physical therapy assessments.
• Create and implement tailored treatment plans.
• Provide therapeutic interventions to aid rehabilitation and functional enhancement.
• Track patient progress and modify treatment plans as necessary.
• Educate patients and their families regarding treatment strategies and recovery objectives.
• Accurately document evaluations, treatments, and patient outcomes.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory, licensing, and patient safety standards.

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s, Master’s, Doctorate, or Certificate degree in Physical Therapy.
• A valid state Physical Therapy license.
• Current Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification from AHA upon hire, with maintenance of certification required.

About Us

We are an integrated healthcare delivery system serving approximately 400,000 residents in central, western, and Midcoastal Maine. Our facilities include a medical center and two hospitals, along with a primary and specialty care practice organization. Additional services encompass a heart and vascular institute, a regional trauma program, and a comprehensive cancer center, among other high-quality clinical offerings.

Employment Details

• Employment Status: Full Time
• Shift: Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities. Discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (as applicable), disability, military status, genetic information, or any other protected status is strictly prohibited. Harassment based on these protected categories is also not tolerated.